#19 Andre Leandro - Volleyball

Becoming a sports commentator! #25 Zachary Buchanan

My guest in Episode 25 is Zachary Buchanan. Zach is majoringin sports broadcasting and is the commentator of West Texas FC’s home games. In our conversation, we speak about his ambitions as acommentator, where his passion for soccer comes from, and why he is confident he will find his place in the sports industry. He also opens up about happenings that impacted his life and now serve as major motivation. Now, here’s my conversation with Zach Buchanan.

The Most Unique Soccer Sponsorship! - #24 Stephen Alexander - Tall City Brewing

My guest in Episode 24 is Stephen Alexander. Stephen is thedirector of business development at Tall City Brewing and in charge of sponsorships. In our conversation, we speak about Tall City being the mainjersey sponsor of West Texas FC, the value of sportsBusiness DevelopmentDirector sponsorships, and the uniqueness of the brewery’s relationship with the soccer team. Stephen also shares his knowledge and experience as a marketing professional in the beer industry. Now, here’s my conversation with Stephen Alexander.

Creating A Soccer Supporters Group! #23 La Tormenta

My guests in Episode 23 are Brian Hodnett, Chris Hague, andLuke McDonald, the creators of La Tormenta. La Tormenta is the supporters group of West Texas FC, a soccer club in Midland, Texas. In our conversation, they share how it all started, why impacting the community is one of their biggest goals, and how special the atmosphere on gameday really is. Next to that, we also speak about the development of soccer in the US and the challenges of fandom in summer league. Now, here’s my conversation with La Tormenta.

Shoe Dog! #22 Brandon Orellana

My guest in Episode 22 is Brandon Orellana. Brandon is theowner of ia.soles19, a shoe selling and reselling company, which he started when he was still in high school. In our conversation, Brandon shares how the whole journeystarted, how he was able to scale the business, and what ultimately got him to fully commit. Next to that, we also speak about balancing running a business while still in school, how at least some university classes had value for him, and what sacrifices he had to make to grow his company. Now, here’s my conversation with Brandon Orellana.

Leading An Athletic Conference! #21 Nik Rule - Commissioner Heart Of America Conference

My guest in Episode 21 is Nik Rule. Nik is the commissionerof the NAIA’s Heart of America Athletic Conference, and one of the most visionary leaders I have talked to. In our conversation, Nik shares how he became an athleticdirector before his 30th birthday, what it takes to lead an athletic conference, and his bold ideas to transform small college athletics. Next to that, what I appreciate even more, Nik opened up about his struggles as a young person in leadership positions, how he deals with self-doubt, and talks about defining moments of his career. Now, here’s my conversation with Nik Rule.